The Dental Learning Network

Infection Control - 2 hrs

Endnotes


Chapter 1: Definitions

Chapter 2: TB / HIV / Hepatitis

Chapter 3: First Lines of Defense

Chapter 4: Personal Protective Attire

Chapter 5: General Cleaning

Chapter 6: Aseptic Technique

Chapter 7: Chemical Disinfectants

Chapter 8: Steps in Instrument Processing

Chapter 9: Methods of Sterilization

Chapter 10: The Dental Laboratory

Chapter 11: Waterlines

Chapter 12: Ethical and Legal Considerations Regarding AIDS and HIV

Chapter 13: Summary Checklists

Bibliography and Suggested Reading List

Appendices

Internet Resources

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  1. Miller, C.H.; Palenik, C.J. Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team. Mosby 1994.

  2. Amendent of Section 1005 of Division 10 Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations. http://www.dbc.ca.gov/order_adopt1005.html

  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Guidelines for preventing the transmission of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Health Care Facilities, 1994.

  4. ADA, CDC.

  5. OSAP Dental Infection Contro and Office Safety Resource Guide 1999.

  6. http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5193.html

  7. Molinari, J.A.; Molinari, G.E. "Is mouthrinsing before dental procedures worthwhile?" JADA 1992; 123(3): 75-80.

  8. OSAP Monthly Focus #6, 1998

  9. Watson, C.M.; Whitehouse, R.L.S. "Possibility of cross-contamination between dental patients by means of the saliva ejector." JADA 1993; 124(4): 77-80.

  10. Santiago, J et al Mictobial contamination of dental unit waterlines: Short and long term effects of flushing. Gen Dent 1994. 42(6): 528-544.

  11. Bednarsh, H. et al Check your dental unit water IQ. Access Vol. 10, No.9, 1997

  12. Donn, J. Jury rejects man's claim he contracted AIDS from dentist. Feb. 17, 1996. Patriot Ledger

  13. Associated Press "High Court to hear HIV bias case" New York Times 11/25/97

  14. Greenhouse, Linda "Justices, 6-3, Bar Veto of Line Items in Bills; See H.I.V. as Disability" New York Times 6/26/98 P. A1.

  15. ADA Statement on Bragdon Case Brief. www.ada.org












































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